An essential volume for theater artists and students alike, this anthology includes the full texts of sixteen important examples of avant-garde drama from the most daring and influential artistic movements of the first half of the twentieth century, including Symbolism, Futurism, Expressionism, Dada, and Surrealism. Each play is accompanied by a bio-critical introduction by the editor, and a critical essay, frequently written by the playwright, which elaborates on the play's dramatic and aesthetic concerns. A new introduction by Robert Knopf and Julia Listengarten contextualizes the plays in light of recent critical developments in avant-garde studies. By examining the groundbreaking theatrical experiments of Jarry, Maeterlinck, Strindberg, Artaud, and others, the book foregrounds the avant-garde's enduring influence on the development of modern theater.

About the Author
Robert Knopf is professor of theatre and director of theatre studies, University at Buffalo/SUNY.


Book Information
ISBN 9780300206739
Author Robert Knopf
Format Paperback
Page Count 512
Imprint Yale University Press
Publisher Yale University Press
Weight(grams) 680g
Dimensions(mm) 235mm * 156mm * 29mm